Controls and Automation Engineer

6 days ago

Leigh Woods Somerset, United Kingdom Royal Mail Full time

Job reference 327766 Controls and Automation Engineer Competitive salary plus £4,200/£3,700 car allowance , healthcare , 18% annual bonus potential, 27.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising with service A company pension scheme with highly competitive contribution rates Permanent, Full time 41 Hours National National – frequent travel expected Are you ready to lead the next generation of automation and controls in one of the UK’s most iconic organisations? Royal Mail is seeking a PLC Engineer to drive innovation, design cutting-edge systems, and integrate advanced automation across our national infrastructure. The role Lead the design and development of plant and equipment controls, from system architecture to enterprise integration. Design control panels for motor control, LV distribution, safety systems, and site installations. Develop and implement electrical design standards across Royal Mail. Manage full project lifecycles – from concept and cost analysis to commissioning and handover. Define and execute Make vs Buy strategies for automation systems. Collaborate across departments to deliver integrated, cost-effective solutions. Act as a business expert, supporting lifecycle management and risk mitigation. Skills And Expereince Required 5+ years of hands-on experience with PLC systems (Siemens S7, SIMANTIC, SIMOVE, Codesys). Strong background in LV distribution, small power systems, and lighting installations. Proven leadership in managing multi-skilled teams and contractors. Expertise in safety systems, risk assessments, and ergonomic design. Degree or equivalent experience in electrical engineering. Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel. Knowledge of Lean tools, Health & Safety regulations, and industry standards. Experience in unionised environments and project management Extra Benefits Family friendly support - enhanced maternity pay, paternity leave, adoption leave and shared parental leave Discounts and offers - there are more than 800 offers to help you save on things like groceries, days out, holidays and your household bills*. Supportive and generous company sick pay Your Wellbeing - you and your family have 24/7 access to services and tools to help you get the most out of life. From your physical and mental health to financial and social support and advice. It’s free, and it’s for everyone. Available only to perm employees Trust is the foundation of Royal Mail We aim to be transparent about the qualities we seek and what a career with us entails, building trust from the start of your journey with us. Your interview is the first step, and we want you to shine. To help you prepare, we’ll provide your interview questions in advance, so you can have your best examples ready. At Royal Mail Group, we value trust and our people. Royal Mail Group is committed to inclusion and representing the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals. As a proud Gold signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we especially encourage applications from the Armed Forces community, including cadet instructors and spouses/partners. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to support you during the hiring process, please discuss these with your recruiter when contacted.

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